Christine Hodgson CBE


BSc (Hons), FCA

Career and experience

Until her appointment as Chair of the Severn Trent Board, Christine was the Executive Chair of Capgemini UK Plc. Christine joined Capgemini in 1997 and built her career in a variety of roles including CFO for Capgemini UK Plc and for the Global Outsourcing business, CEO of Technology Services North West Europe and the Global Head of Corporate Social Responsibility.

Christine was previously Senior Independent Director and Chair of the Remuneration Committee at Standard Chartered Plc.

In January 2020, Christine was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire in the Queen’s New Year Honours for services to education.

Skills and attributes which support our strategy and deliver long-term sustainable success

Christine has extensive board and governance experience, as well as a deep understanding of business, finance, technology and leadership.  She is a committed advocate of the need for companies to serve all of their stakeholders effectively and deliver their social purpose.

Christine is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.

Key external appointments